Program Details
The online special education degree is designed for those who do not have an “A” level license in special education but do have a BA or BS and want to earn a teaching license and graduate degree simultaneously.
The curriculum consists of a professional core, pedagogy courses, and a concentration. Choose between either a concentration in General Curriculum for individuals interested in working with K-12 students who have mild-to-moderate disabilities or an Adapted Curriculum for individuals interested in working with K-12 students with severe/profound disabilities. Courses cover such topics as:
- Child & Adolescent Development
- Teacher Leadership in a Diverse Society
- Advanced Methods to Teach Students with High Incidence Disabilities
- Culturally Responsive Classroom Management
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100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Western Carolina University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
2.8 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Essay/Writing Sample, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Occupational License
Additional Info
- Requires a North Carolina Class A teaching license or out-of-state equivalent